Special
fine powder sprayed on the board surface to reduce friction and
facilitate smoother play. Application of a small quantity of the
extremely fine powder on the carrom board's surface enhances the speed
of the carrom men, noticeably. The carrom powder is standard boric acid
based powder. Of late, technologically advanced scientifically formulated powder is used by professional Carrom players, which is like a lubricant, used for easy, rapid sliding of the Striker and Carrom Coins. It contains a special mixture so it is not harsh and does not cause scratching or wear of the playing surface and does not cause clogging.
